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14 Feb 2017

Auckland Council welcomes Auditor-General’s Massey North report

A report by the Auditor-General into aspects of Auckland Council’s management and governance of the Westgate/Massey North town centre project has been welcomed by the council.

Community 13 Feb 2017

Five more years for Waitākere Community Recycling Centre

Waitākere Community Recycling Centre will continue to flourish after securing a five-year contract with Auckland Council.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Libraries 22 Dec 2016

Multipurpose community facility set to become heart of the west

Westgate library and community centre will include library spaces, an interactive children’s area, and digital and creative hubs.

Community 8 Dec 2016

Youth employment champions recognised at Whau Badge Awards

Thirteen local businesses and nineteen local youth were recognised at the Whau Badge awards in Avondale.

Beaches 25 Nov 2016

Operation Speedo aims to keep the west safe

‘Operation Speedo’ is a public safety campaign running in west Auckland this summer.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

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